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Star Council Awards 2023 – please vote now!

7th July 2023

Attention all community members! Do you know a councillor who goes above and beyond for your local area? Someone who has positively impacted local services and overcome challenges while maintaining excellent communication with the community? We want to hear from you! Introducing the Councillor of the Year award — An opportunity to recognise and reward […]

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Recognition for Thame

7th July 2023

We are pleased to report that The Boundary Commission for England (BCE) recommended last week that the Parliamentary Constituency known as Henley will be renamed to Henley & Thame, from the date of the next general election.  This proposal was initially made through Thame Town Council in 2008 and one Councillor in particular has made […]

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A Romanian Fair with Flair

7th July 2023

The Thame- Sinaia Friendship Association had a fantastic turnout for their first Romanian fair! The day was a great success, and the team who put the fair together would like to thank all those who joined in, whether that be the stall holders, or the many cake eaters!  We hope this is the first of […]

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TNP2 Consultation

7th July 2023

As you know our consultations for the latest draft of The Neighbourhood Plan 2 are in full swing. The first pop up was a success, with a great audience, and positive discussions to make sure this is the best plan of action for Thame! Please make sure you visit one of the above dates, it […]

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Last Stop Thame – new exhibition opens at the museum

30th June 2023

Did you know that Thame once had its very own railway station?  It was on a branch line that ran from Princes Risborough to Oxford, calling on a number of villages on the way.  All that remains of it now is the Phoenix Trail from Thame to Princes Risborough. Discover this fascinating part of Thame’s […]

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Thank you to our volunteers

30th June 2023

We are shocked to hear of the negativity and abuse volunteers have received over the carnival and Thame 10km when undertaking safety marshalling. Thame is proud of our events and community cheer and we would like to thank all those who have helped over the last few weeks!  Please remember kindness is key! 

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New Coronation tree planting

30th June 2023

Last week we planted our Coronation oak tree in Churchill Crescent play area! Thanks to the Peter Griffiths and Sue Martin-Downhill from Thame Trees and 21st Century Thame for organising the planting of the 4 year old oak tree at Churchill Crescent recreation area.   We are extremely grateful to the residents who have volunteered […]

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Thame’s Debt Centre is here for you

30th June 2023

9.3 million people in the UK are facing problem debt and are in need of debt advice. It can take only a slight change in circumstances for someone to find themselves trapped in unmanageable debt.   Thame Debt Centre, launched in January 2020, run by Grace Church Thame with Christians Against Poverty (CAP) has been […]

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George Edward House (1925 – 2023)

30th June 2023

The Town Council was also saddened to learn that George Edward House passed away peacefully on 28 May at the John Radcliffe Hospital at the age of 97. George was born in Thame in 1925 and lived here all his life. He was a Town Councillor and Chairman of the Urban District Council (UDC) in 1966. He […]

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Rosalyn Crouch  (1947 – 2023)

30th June 2023

The Town Council was saddened to learn that Rosalyn Crouch, who was a Town Councillor from 1991 to 1995, passed away at the beginning of June. Ros was born in Oxford and bought up on the Risinghurst estate. She was educated at Milham Ford School where she became head girl. She trained as a teacher   and […]

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TNP2 Consultation drop-ins start next week

30th June 2023

The Neighbourhood Plan 2 affects Thame in many ways, such as housing, employment sites and community projects. In order to help you understand the plan, and to make an informed vote when the referendum comes, we have the below drop in events taking place. These are a chance to ask your queries and to see […]

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